Our work

Outputs from our work take many forms – here we show the structure of the programme, with highlights of work in progress listed in the sidebar.

WP1: PLACARD interchange

An open “space” for PLACARD to connect with society and professionals from research and politics who are working in CCA and DRR. The space will also work as a tool to disseminate research and innovation activities, as well as facilitate the exchange of knowledge between researchers, funders, policymakers and practitioners. Interchange is at the heart of the PLACARD project, where ideas and concepts are shaped and tested, knowledge is exchanged and where synergies between CCA and DRR are explored and maximised. Stakeholder events will help to explore and exchange ideas.

WP2: Stocktaking of the decision-making context

The basis for the dialogues, assessment of gaps and barriers, and identification of weak and strong links between research, policy and practice.

Task 2.1: Stocktaking and mapping of existing networks and partnerships, international, European and national initiatives, programmes, projects, platforms and organisations and end user needs for CCA and DRR at scales appropriate for EU-wide action. Lead: UFZ; Contributors: CMCC, FFCUL, EAA

WP3: Knowledge brokerage

An assessment of the fragmented knowledge in science, policy and practice in CCA and DRR will allow us to enhance the coherence between the two areas. Current and emerging themes and issues will be identified and fed into the WP1 dialogues.

WP4: Institutional strengthening

WP4 will develop guidance to enhance the policy coherence and improve institutional coordination at different governance and geographical scales. Promotion of foresight activities will enable a coordinated institutional response to future CCA and DRR research, and policy and practice developments.

WP5: Evaluation, learning and legacy

Development of a Theory of Change for PLACARD, setting out a framework for a cyclical reflection on PLACARD processes which will enable improvements and adjustments to be made throughout the programme. It will analyse and prepare a set of legacy options to ensure that the processes established and the knowledge generated last beyond the lifespan of the project.